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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB06 LYWMOT history

LB06 LYW is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2024
Mileage
114,148 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 LYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 LYW was last recorded at 114,148 miles on 29 Aug 2023, 7,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,534 miles · 5 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
7,614 miles
Average per year
6,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,148 miles
  • 2022 – 106,534 miles
  • 2021 – 97,298 miles
  • 2020 – 91,845 miles
  • 2019 – 90,257 miles
  • 2018 – 82,786 miles
  • 2017 – 72,952 miles
  • 2016 – 63,133 miles
  • 2015 – 55,196 miles
  • 2014 – 52,764 miles
  • 2013 – 48,918 miles
  • 2012 – 44,785 miles
  • 2011 – 38,924 miles
  • 2010 – 29,054 miles
  • 2009 – 21,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,148 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,148 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    114,148 miles
    Test number
    673078291519
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail114,142 miles (+7,608)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,142 miles
    Test number
    783418568233
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass106,534 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,534 miles
    Test number
    380921334951
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail106,534 miles (+9,236)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,534 miles
    Test number
    523578773335
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass97,298 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,298 miles
    Test number
    255107807047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,297 miles (+5,452)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,297 miles
    Test number
    959480978487
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leak on pipe (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,845 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,845 miles
    Test number
    160098003845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail91,845 miles (+1,588)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,845 miles
    Test number
    587700996225
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass90,257 miles (+7,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,257 miles
    Test number
    550600141310
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output On both sides of vehicle (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,786 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,786 miles
    Test number
    439606099538
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4 to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  11. Fail82,786 miles (+9,834)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,786 miles
    Test number
    987934204277
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4 to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  12. Pass72,952 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    559972296213
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail72,951 miles (+9,818)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    713254318334
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement wheel binding (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass63,133 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,133 miles
    Test number
    373523783216
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail63,133 miles (+7,937)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,133 miles
    Test number
    890751609773
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass55,196 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,196 miles
    Test number
    980232947817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,764 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,764 miles
    Test number
    919618564267
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has cut in outer sidewall

  18. Fail52,764 miles (+3,846)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,764 miles
    Test number
    377338564486
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has cut in outer sidewall

  19. Pass48,918 miles (+4,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,918 miles
    Test number
    809531863230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass44,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,785 miles
    Test number
    128961912331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,785 miles (+5,861)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,785 miles
    Test number
    698081112363
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass38,924 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,924 miles
    Test number
    477710241429
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage on side

  23. Fail38,924 miles (+9,870)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,924 miles
    Test number
    479770241403
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage on side

  24. Pass29,054 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,054 miles
    Test number
    864268940197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,227 miles
    Test number
    102744360430
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail26,227 miles (+4,657)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,227 miles
    Test number
    661233260009
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass21,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,570 miles
    Test number
    403040369195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 LYW

Does LB06 LYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 LYW expired on 4 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 LYW?
The MOT on LB06 LYW expired on 4 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 LYW done?
LB06 LYW was recorded at 114,148 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2023, an average of 6,510 miles a year.
Has LB06 LYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 LYW has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB06 LYW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB06 LYW find?
LB06 LYW passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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